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Music Picks: Not For Sale and Tomorrow Will Come From CASS
I first heard CASS’s music this summer at Youth for the Nations and was drawn to her sound and messages – her music is lit and fills a void in the music industry that has been desperately needed! CASS hails from New Zealand and merges her love for danceable rhythms with lyrics of substance and inspiration to create something vibrant and youthful.
Her song Not For Sale Talks about the journey she has taken from being a college student to stepping out on the dream God gave her of creating music. In just a year she has written and produced music in her bedroom that has topped the charts in her home country and is reaching people’s hearts. Check out this interview CASS did with YMI on how she got started. To find out more about CASS and more of her music follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casskanda.
Editor’s Vlog & Diary: Love Yourself, Overcoming Insecurity and Comparison
Baby you should go and love yourself…Have you ever scrolled down your Facebook or Instagram feed or been somewhere and found yourself comparing yourself to other people – maybe feeling like you’re behind in life and in your purpose or don’t measure up to others’ standards? I’ve been there!
Here’s an entry from my Dear Diary Video series at Dreamfleur.com where I’m talking about life topics that we can all relate to – this one is avoiding the trap of comparison, judging others and insecurity…(Watch till the end to see me burst out into spontaneous song, my remix of Justin Bieber’s Love Yourself;)
Artist Spotlight and Inspiration: Hannah Schaefer on Her Song All The Way
“Through my music I want people to experience the work of the Holy Spirit…I want to bring hope, faith and love with every song I sing/write and change lives.” 
– Hannah Schaefer
For this Artist Spotlight feature 19-year-old Hannah Schaefer introduces herself and the story and passion behind her music and the song “All the Way” which reminds us that we’re never alone no matter what we face in life and when living our purpose – I was so encouraged by the message! Take a listen to the song below and click here to get her EP on iTunes!
Hannah’s Story
I grew up in the small town of Columbia City, Indiana. My childhood memories consists of catching frogs on warm summer nights at my grandparents lake house and, in the winter time, pretending to be a professional snow boarder down the hill in my backyard. I’ve loved growing up in a flyover state where Jesus is frequently the center of it all.
In high school I was heavily involved in ANYTHING musical. I was apart of many things, but my main focus was show choir and youth activities at my church. I would sing and lead the congregation at church; loving every bit of it. I studied classically for a few years and after high school graduation, I planned on attending Indiana University with a scholarship to study Vocal Performance.
Even after I made my college decision, I could just feel the Lord calling me to do bigger and better things for Him. About two weeks after my graduation party, It really hit me that the calling was to pursue becoming a Christian Artist. I just knew that was what I was suppose to do. So, I took a great leap of faith and told my parents (which was pretty scary) then gave up my scholarship.
“I had gotten so caught up in the world that I had forgotten to relax and trust my God…”
Live On Purpose: New Mugs Based on Your Favorite Dream in Soul T-Shirts
“But I have raised you up for this very purpose, that I might show you my power and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth.” Exodus 9:16.
A life without purpose is one of randomness and without fulfillment or direction. Everyone has purpose and discovering our purpose in God is what should drive us to live a life full of love and meaning impacting the lives of others. Remind yourself to live on purpose everyday with one of these new mugs from the Dream in Soul Line of Envibrance Inspirational Gifts!
The Live On Purpose design is one of the favorite T-shirts from our line, featured below in Karis Magazine, so we wanted to share more ways to remind you and others of this message. Remember to live on Purpose everyday and proclaim God’s name and power on the Earth by living out your divine dreams!
– Julene Fleurmond, Editor of DreaminSoul.com
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Rise: Get Up and Live in God’s Great Story Book by Trip Lee
“Rise: Get Up and Live in God’s Great Story” is the title of a book recently released by Trip Lee. Below Trip talks about why he wrote it and why he encourages this generation to RISE:
Society says youth is a time for carefree self-expression, but Trip Lee says God has called everyone to RISE from slumber, above low expectations, and to live for the risen King.
The world tells us that our early years are to be irresponsibly enjoyed rather than devoted to meaningful pursuits. We’re told that responsibility and commitment are burdens to be put off as long as possible. And so, most of us spend our youth in a sad state of slumber—sleeping in on life until we’re forced to get up. The problem is that life has already begun. It’s happening right now. And God has called you to live it.
In this powerful book, Trip Lee argues it’s time to wake up and RISE, to live the way we were created to live. Young or old, we’ve been called to live for Him. Right now. Young believers face the same problems as older Christians, but they feel them in unique ways. RISE addresses those core problems in an engaging, profound, and life-changing way.
Don’t just sit there: RISE!
The Lord Will Fight for You: Encouragement from the Word and an Inspirational College Student
Inspiration from the Halls of College…
We’ve featured Shirley’s inspiring videos (find her at FarAwayDistance on Youtube) before on SOAR. Since then she’s started college and has been learning to grow closer to God throughout the struggles and journey. In this video she shares how no matter what you’re going through God will stand and fight for you – you just have to trust Him with your battles.
Some of the verses Shirley shares in this video:
This is what the Lord says to you: ‘Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God’s.” from 2 Chronicles 20
What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? from Romans 8
This God—His way is perfect; the word of the LORD proves true; He is a shield for all those who take refuge in Him. from Psalm 18
The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still. from Exodus 14
From Shirley: Sorry it’s been so long! College is crazy! But you are BEAUTIFUL and I just want you to know that no matter what you’re going through, you’re not alone. God is with you no matter what you’re facing. Keep holding on. God is GREATER than whatever you are facing.
Editor’s Journal and Inspiration: Truth and Love…It All Begins with Trust
Our hearts long for love, to be restored to the place where we were fulfilled without end. Trust is where it all began…
It was 2009 during a dry, lonely season in my life when I had an unexpected encounter that rocked my paradigm. During the experience I had a vivid vision of being in a white dress in what seemed to be a grand forest. My first inkling was, “Is this The Garden?”
There was a calmness, a brilliance, a presence of Love there. Like a little girl I was full of questions- “Father, why…?” I asked. He revealed his heart and love for people from the Beginning, in imagery and passion, an intimate experience I will never forget and could never have imagined on my own…
These words I remember my Father saying there were the most striking to my heart: “Do you trust me?”
Yes. I do. I will follow His way, always. Even when I don’t understand, I will choose Him. Forever… #IamMyBeloveds #HeisMine #trusttheAuthor #theLovestoryofalltime
God is calling you to go deeper into His Love! Your past may have been difficult but it doesn’t eclipse His everlasting Love or plans for your life…He’s been giving me visions of a garden and speaking and singing Song of Songs into my spirit – I believe its a true reflection of His heart for us – we are His Beloved and He is ours, forever and ever…
– Julene Fleurmond, Editor of SOAR
My Beloved speaks and says to me: “Arise, my love, my beautiful one, and come away…
For behold, the winter is past; the rain is over and gone. The flowers appear on the earth, the time of singing has come, and the voice of the turtledove is heard in our land. The fig tree ripens its figs, and the vines are in blossom; they give forth fragrance.
Arise, my love, my beautiful one, and come away.”
Great Gifts for Everyone on Your List from Dream in Soul Creative Apparel & Art by SOAR’s Editor Julene
When I started Dream in Soul Creative I dreamed of tangibly sharing faith-based inspiration with friends and others. When someone sees you wearing one of these shirts they are taking in truth, hope and light no matter what they may believe.
I’m continually expanding the line and creating designs to fit all types of tastes and styles including Christian T-shirts, faith-based prints, and inspirational accessories. I’ve been able to connect with all types of people and have heard stories of people I’ve been able to impact just by sharing my art with the world.
As we approach the beginning of a new year I want to encourage you to pursue your dreams and purpose because they are planted there for a deeper reason than you know! Keep on sowing seeds and nourishing them by taking steps everyday on purpose! We’re all waiting to see the beauty you’re meant to bring to the world!
Stay tuned for new features on SOAR and find out how you can be a part of the movement!!!
– Julene Fleurmond, Editor of SOAR Magazine, Designer and Dreamer of Dream in Soul Creative
Inspiration & Video Pick: Through My Father’s Eyes from Holly Starr
He changed my life by changing my mind, He healed all that was broken inside…I’m loving what I can see with His spirit alive in me, I’m finding beauty for the first time looking through my Father’s eyes…” Holly Starr
This inspiring video from Holly Starr “Through My Father’s Eyes” from her album Focus, is a soothing reminder to look at our lives and selves through our Father’s eyes… This song and the video are truly beautiful and moving and I’m sure you’ll be able to relate to the message as I did. – Julene, Editor of DreaminSoul.com
Below in a video blog and an interview on FOX News Holly talks a little about the message of song and why she wrote it, to give hope to anyone who may be wavering in their identity and confidence:
Dream in Soul is a new media site for the young-at-heart and purpose-full, inspiring you to live and use your talents passionately for God. To learn more, 
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